CompaniesRetailPubsHow to go from pub baron to Australia’s biggest bankrupt in 10 yearsPrimrose Riordan and Max Mason on why Jon Adgemis is struggling to keep the details of his $1.8 billion financial collapse secret and what his story says about private credit.Jon Adgemis’ hospitality empire grew to cover 22 venues before it collapsed. Bethany RaeAug 27, 2026 – 5.00amJon Adgemis is doing everything he can to keep secret the events surrounding the failure of his hospitality empire.He recently delayed his appearance at a court hearing into the collapse. And is trying to ensure any evidence he gives is behind closed doors.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In RetailFetching latest articles
How to go from pub baron to Australia’s biggest bankrupt in 10 years
Primrose Riordan and Max Mason on why Jon Adgemis is struggling to keep the details of his $1.8 billion financial collapse secret.






